Best Places In Warrington

Appleton

Appleton is a leafy suburb neighbouring Stockton Heath and on the scenic boundary of Walton Hall Gardens. The area was first listed in the Domesday Survey of 1086 under the name 'Epeltune' which translates to 'the tun where the apples grew.' Appleton is home to Fox Covert Cemetery, known locally as Hillcliffe, which offers an excellent vantage point across Warrington. This makes it a hotspot for a range of occasions, including New Year's Eve and Bonfire Night. Home to a golf club, leisure centre and a range of family pubs, Appleton is ideally located for a range of great amenities. There are also four highly regarded schools in the area, making it a prime location for families.

Birchwood

Conveniently located close to excellent transport links, Birchwood is a popular location north of Warrington Town Centre. The suburb is surrounded by attractive parks including Risley Moss Country Park and Birchwood Forest Park. Residents in the area have access to a great selection of amenities, including two supermarkets and a range of high street shops at Birchwood Shopping Centre. The area also benefits from a leisure centre and golf club. The suburb is home to a number of excellent primary and secondary schools, making it a popular family location. It is also ideal for professionals who commute to neighbouring cities. Birchwood Train Station provides regular connections to Manchester and Liverpool and the motorway network is just a few minutes' drive away.

GrapphenHall

This leafy suburb is located alongside the Bridgewater canal and just a stone’s throw from the vibrant village of Stockton Heath. The area is surrounded by beautiful Cheshire countryside and scenic canals, meaning residents are spoilt for choice when it comes to walking routes. The village was first listed in the Domesday Book and is home to St Wilfrid’s Church which features a cat carving on the tower façade. Legend has it that this was the inspiration behind Lewis Carroll’s Cheshire Cat in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Despite it’s semi-rural setting, Grappenhall benefits from a great range of shops, restaurants and coffee houses. The area also boasts a great selection of schools which are consistently reviewed as outstanding, making it an ideal area for families.

Howley

Howley is a district located on the banks of the River Mersey and just a stone’s throw from Warrington Town Centre. Its convenient location makes it a popular area, especially for those who work in the centre of town. The area is home to a range of properties from apartments to larger homes for family living. Residents benefit from the great amenities the town centre has to offer including high street stores, restaurants and bars. There’s also a great selection of scenic walks nearby along the banks of the river. Howley is ideally placed for a range of schools and great transport connections. Warrington Bank Quay and Central train stations are both within walking distance and the M62 is under 3 miles away.